SAP PP/ APO Analyst / Configurator
Job Location : Elyria, Ohio, United States
Position Type : Full-Time/Regular
Tracking Code : 12604
Job Description
Bendix is a member of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. Our 2,000+ dedicated Bendix employees throughout North America are driven to deliver powerful, effective solutions for improved vehicle performance, safety, and overall operating cost through the absolute highest levels of technology, service and product reliability.
We are seeking a Analyst / Configurator to become a core member of SAP Production Planning (PP/APO) team assisting in planning activities, providing work estimates, developing functional design specifications, configuring SAP PP, APO-PP/DS (production planning, discrete scheduling) and APO-DP (demand planning) modules, testing, training, and developing documentation. Also, work closely with multiple SAP teams assisting in same activities.
Essential Functions:
Responsible for performing configurations within all PP, APO-PP/DS, and APO-DP modules.
Manage the SAP Core Interface (CIF) processes and master data coordinating with MM and SD modules.
Provide support and expertise to SD for ATP. Provide APO support and expertise to MM module team.
Assist in establishing best processes for activities within all SAP modules, primarily PP & APO. This includes working closely with internal and external customers, and other IT personnel to identify process gaps and define potential solutions.
Interface with business users and analyze business processes and specify/configure applications to efficiently support those needs.
Participate in the resolution of production problems.
Provide monitoring of production issues and error correction support 24×7 as needed.
Identify and define functional specifications for ABAP programs as needed
Works closely with local, regional and global teams on production planning activities and projects. Participate as a member of the Global Template team to approve and coordinate all system changes.
Coach and consult with team members.
Participate on process improvement teams utilizing Six Sigma tools and methodologies.
Knowledge:
Knowledge in the following specific systems: SAP ECC 6.0 and SCM 7.0 and related production planning content.
Demonstrated knowledge of Production Planning (PP) and APO concepts, transactions, interfaces and configuration. Working knowledge of other SAP modules especially MM and SD.
Knowledge of data migration processes including how to manipulate, cleanse and load data,
Knowledge on how SAP interfaces with other IT systems.
Knowledge of SAP Automotive Solution and SAP BW/BI a plus
Experience:
Minimum of 5 years of experience in SAP PP/APO; 5+ years of general IT or analytical experience preferred.
Experience with SAP configuration and related PP/APO transactions in ECC 6.0 and SCM 7.0.
Demonstrated experience with implementing SAP PP and APO utilizing ASAP methodology
Experience with a full cycle implementation of SAP
Skills:
Ability to perform as an effective member in a global/regional/local team-oriented environment.
Ability to resolve and manage conflict.
Excellent problem solving capabilities, including the ability to develop creative solutions that address customer needs.
Ability to recognize opportunities and implement solutions in master data quality
Strong interpersonal skills to successfully team with software vendors, outsourcing and consulting partners, and business and IT associates.
Excellent presentation, written and oral communication skills that facilitate effective discussions.
Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency and the creativity to overcome obstacles to achieve project objectives.
Proficient in Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SAP
Education:
Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Computer Information Systems, or other related discipline required.
SAP Academy certification a plus.
Participation in ASUG, Sapphire a plus.
The demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
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